UHI NWH Thurso

12/10/2026

Are you a UHI student looking to advance towards a career involving digital technologies and looking for financial support?

The SWAN Digital Bursary Fund, sponsored by BT, can provide you with £1,000 for personal development opportunities or assist with financial barriers to support your next year of study.

➕ Apply before Saturday 31 October 2026.

➕ Find out more and apply now: https://bit.ly/4gHDCct

06/10/2026

Applications close this Friday! ⏰

The deadline is fast approaching, so if you’re interested in becoming a Student Content Creator for 2026/27, make sure to get your application in by Friday 9 October.

More information: https://www.nwh.uhi.ac.uk/en/student-content-creators/

Could you be one of our Student Content Creators? 📱

We're looking for creative students to join our 2026/27 Student Content Creator team and get paid to help show what life’s really like as a student at UHI North, West and Hebrides.

From your course and campus to student events, placements and the places you live and study, we want to see student life through your eyes.

You don’t need to be an influencer or have professional filming experience. Just bring your ideas, personality and a phone. We’ll support you with filming tips, editing guidance and plenty of inspiration.

Think you could be a great fit? Find out more and apply by Friday 9 October: https://www.nwh.uhi.ac.uk/en/student-content-creators/

06/10/2026

Nights out are for losing your voice - not your belongings.

Keep your mobile out of sight when not in use. Avoid placing your personal items down on tables and bars.

➕ For advice on keeping your valuables safe, visit: https://www.scotland.police.uk/advice/student-safety-hub/

Police Scotland

01/10/2026

In new relationships, it can be normal to wonder where you stand.

But if you’re feeling controlled, scared or constantly walking on eggshells, that’s not normal - it’s abuse.

➕ For help and advice, please visit: https://www.scotland.police.uk/advice/student-safety-hub/

Police Scotland

29/09/2026

✂️ We’re reopening!

Our student training salon reopens on Wednesday 30 September, with new opening hours of 12pm–6pm.

To welcome you back, we’ve also got some special offers available throughout October:

💇 Level 3: Bouncy blow dry – £8
💈 Level 3: Gents cut - £5
✨ Level 2: Blow dry with free conditioning treatment - £8
🧖 Level 2: Prescriptive facial - £15

See our full range of hair and beauty treatments and prices: https://bit.ly/4d0h4kQ

Our salon is open to the public, with all treatments carried out by our students under the supervision of experienced staff.

📅 Wednesdays, 12pm–6pm during term time
📞 Book during salon hours: 01847 889540
💬 Or send us a message anytime and we’ll get back to you as soon as we can.

We look forward to welcoming you back! ✨

29/09/2026

Calling all fine art students at UHI - we’ve got opportunities for you!

Don’t miss out on your chance to apply to funds which can help support your studies:

➕ Barns-Graham Travel Scholarship - £1,500 for fine art students carrying out a research project abroad: https://bit.ly/4iRTEle

➕ Barns-Graham Assistance Award - £1,000 for fine art students who need help paying for essential materials for their course: https://bit.ly/3UFrXSS

Applications close on Saturday 31 October 2026.

Wilhelmina Barns-Graham Trust

24/09/2026

🎓Graduation 2026

The countdown is on! We're looking forward to celebrating the achievements of our graduating students at this year's Graduation Ceremony 🎉

📅Friday 6th November
📍St Peters and St Andrews Church

If you're graduating in Thurso this year, make sure you've completed your graduation registration and have everything ready for your special day.

👉Find out more about graduation, registration and what to expect: https://www.nwh.uhi.ac.uk/en/graduation/graduation-ceremony-details/

We can't wait to celebrate with you! 🎓🌟

22/09/2026

➕ Has someone shared or is threatening to share images without your say? That’s not okay.

If you’re dealing with sextortion or intimate image abuse, you can find help.

➕ For advice, visit: https://www.scotland.police.uk/advice/student-safety-hub/

Police Scotland

21/09/2026

Have you got an idea that could help people or the planet? Do you want to make a difference at UHI?

Made possible by Prickly Thistle, The Rebel Fund is offering £2,500 to one student (or a group) to run a project that helps your campus or community become more environmentally friendly or socially responsible – application deadline is Saturday 31 October.

➕ This fund is open to all UHI Students

➕ You don’t need a perfect idea – just a passion and a plan

➕ Example ideas: clothes swap or reuse project, local food or growing project, awareness campaign or podcast, zero-waste or wellbeing workshops

Find out more and apply now: https://bit.ly/4xNO08w

15/09/2026

Could some extra money help you with your studies or help you achieve your goals? At UHI, we offer thousands of pounds in scholarships, bursaries and awards each year.

These are not just for students with top grades. There is support for personal development, as well as financial help if you are struggling.

The following opportunities all close for applications on Saturday 31 October 2026:

➕ UHI Rebel Fund - £2,500 for students, either individually or as a group, to deliver a creative project that tackles real barriers to sustainable living: https://bit.ly/4xNO08w

➕ Offshore Wind Skills Hub Scholarship Fund -£1,500 for students studying towards a qualification that could support the growth of Scotland's offshore wind industry: https://bit.ly/4zSCn1s

➕ Rural and Islands Bursary Fund- £1,000 for students living in remote or isolated areas: https://bit.ly/4A70Kc6

➕ Barns-Graham Travel Scholarship - £1,500 for fine art students carrying out a research project abroad: https://bit.ly/4iRTEle

➕ Barns-Graham Assistance Award - £1,000 for fine art students who need help paying for essential materials for their course: https://bit.ly/3UFrXSS

➕ SWAN Digital Bursary - £1,000 for students studying towards a qualification that could lead to a career in digital technology: https://bit.ly/4gHDCct

Apply early to give yourself the best chance of success. Start your application now!